Review of Venus (2011) by Sarah A — 10 Jan 2009

This movie was brilliant!!! A definite must-see!!!

This review of Venus (2011) was written by Sarah A on 10 Jan 2009.

Venus has generally received very positive reviews.

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A new definition of 'dirty old man'. Interesting story in some parts. Funny at others. I'm glad I didn't pay to see it…

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By Andy G (1,207) on 10 Jan 2011

Occasionally well-written but often creepy & weird & questionable in terms of character...which isn't good for a character-based drama…

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Peter O'Toole, England's nation thespian treasure, shines in this role that could have been tailor made for him--an old and dying man's final…

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By Ben T (1,283) on 17 Dec 2011

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By Love M (622) on 15 Sep 2012

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